Childminder in Newcastle upon Tyne

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 29 July 2015 2 February 2012

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This inspection: Good 2

Previous inspection: Good 2 How well the early years provision meets the needs of the range of children who attend Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The contribution of the early years provision to the well-being of children Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The effectiveness of the leadership and management of the early years provision Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

The setting meets legal requirements for early years settings

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This provision is good

 The quality of the childminder's teaching is good. She is well qualified and helps children to develop valuable skills in readiness for school.  The childminder completes accurate, detailed assessments on children and effectively evaluates these in order to identify children's individual next steps. She plans a broad range of activities to help children make good progress across all areas of learning.  Children are looked after well in the welcoming and homely environment. They have plenty of space to play and rest and lots of good quality toys are easily accessible to them.  The childminder safeguards children's welfare well. Her knowledge and understanding of the procedures to follow if she is concerned about a child's welfare are very secure. She uses risk assessment very well to identify and minimise hazards.  Good relationships are established with parents. Daily discussions, daily diary and text

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This provision is good

messages keep parents informed and involved in their children's care and learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 There are not always enough opportunities for those children who prefer to play outside to learn through exploring and investigating.  The childminder does not always make the most of opportunities to raise children's awareness of the benefits of healthy eating.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide those children who prefer to play outside with more opportunities to learn through exploration and investigation  enhance opportunities and experiences for children to learn about the benefits of a healthy diet.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and evaluated these jointly with the childminder.  The inspector looked at children's records, observation and assessment files, and a selection of policies.  The inspector spoke to the childminder and the children throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of the information obtained from the childminder's self- evaluation.  The inspector checked evidence of the childminder's qualification and the suitability of all adults living in the home.

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who attend. This is good

The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. She engages children in meaningful conversations and carefully poses questions during their play. This helps to promote children's communication and language skills well. Children enjoy looking at books and have good opportunities to develop their early writing skills. The childminder skilfully builds on these experiences to enhance and extend each child's language and mathematical skills. The strong focus on children's personal, social and emotional development prepares them well for their next stage in learning. Children generally have good opportunities to explore and investigate, although this is not always the case for those children who prefer to play and learn outside. The childminder provides parents with clear information to explain the progress children are making. She fully involves them in her assessment and planning processes

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who attend. This is good

and gives them helpful advice on how to support children's learning at home.

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good

The childminder's home is safe and welcoming. She ensures settling-in procedures are tailored to each individual child to support them with their move from home. She gathers information from parents to help her get to know the children and find out about their specific needs. This helps to support children's emotional well-being. The childminder is a positive role model for children to follow. She is kind and caring and has clear and realistic expectations for children's behaviour. Children are physically active and experience plenty of fresh air. The childminder helps children to learn about their own hygiene needs and supports them to develop their self-care skills. Parents provide healthy food for their children to eat at mealtimes and children enjoy access to water throughout the day. Nevertheless, the childminder does not fully exploit opportunities to teach children about why they need to eat healthily.

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provision is good

The childminder has a secure knowledge of the learning and development requirements. She regularly assesses children's skills and tracks their progress. This helps her to identify where support may be needed and secure timely intervention. The childminder keeps abreast of topics relating to childcare through attending training courses and speaking to other professionals. She places a strong focus on her professional development. Since her last inspection she has completed a level 3 qualification and is using the knowledge gained to provide children with good quality learning experiences. The childminder reflects on her work and is committed to continuous improvement. She welcomes the views of parents in her self-evaluation. This helps her make changes that benefit the children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY430930 Local authority Newcastle Inspection number 853147 Type of provision Childminder Registration category Childminder Age range of children 0 - 17 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection 2 February 2012

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Telephone number

The childminder was registered in 2011 and lives in Walker, Newcastle. She operates all year round from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate early years qualification at level 3.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

T: 0300 123 4234 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

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